Dear Undergraduate International Student · Queens College’s International Students and Scholars Office is pleased to make available DHL and FedEx Express mailing of application

International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO) 65-30 Kissena Blvd., King Hall 207, Flushing, NY 11367Phone: (718) 997-4440 Fax: (718) 997-4429E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.qc.cuny.edu/isso

Dear Undergraduate International Student:

Thank you for your interest in Queens College of the City University of New York. As an international student, you will need the Form I-20 to apply for an F-1 student visa at the American Consulate/Embassy or for F-1 student status in the U.S.

Before we can give you the Form I-20, you must show us that you can support yourself financially in the United States. There are three forms that you must complete. Enclosed are the:

• Application for the Certificate of Eligibility (Form I-20)• Declaration & Certificate of Finances, and• Affidavit of Support

You must submit these forms with supporting evidence to the International Students and Scholars Office ONLY AFTER BEING ACCEPTED TO THE COLLEGE.

Once the Form I-20 is prepared, we will send it to you along with information about applying for a student visa and about being an international student. If you are already in the United States in valid F-1 status and plan to transfer, you will receive information to complete the process. If you will be bringing your spouse and/or dependent children, please request additional forms and information from our office. For further questions or help, contact us directly at (718) 997-4440 or via e-mail at [email protected].

Upon your arrival in New York City, and before you register for classes, you must come to the International Students and Scholars Office. Please bring with you Passport, I-94 Card, and all original I-20’s.

Once again, thank you for considering Queens College. We hope you choose our campus for your studies.

Sincerely, Patrick O’Connell, DSO Director, International Students and Scholars Office


APPLICATION FOR THE CERTIFICATE OF ELIGIBILITY (FORM I-20) (FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS ONLY)

International students who are admitted into a degree program at CUNY will need to obtain a Certificate of Eligibility (Form I-20), in order to enter and/or remain in the U.S. as an F-1 student. This requirement applies whether you are a new student, a transfer student from another U.S. university, or a student transferring between CUNY colleges. (Please type or print clearly with a pen)

1 NAME as in passport

Male Female

Surname First Name Second given, or middle name Sex

2 PRESENT MAILING ADDRESS Number and Street City, State Country Postal Code

3 CONTACT INFORMATION

Telephone Fax Number Email

4 DATE OF BIRTH PLACE

OF BIRTH Month/Day/Year City and Country

5 COUNTRY Country(ies) of Citizenship Country of Residence

6

PERMANENT OVERSEAS ADDRESS

(Required by U.S. Government Regulations) Number and Street City, State Country Postal Code

7 MAILING

ADDRESS IN U.S.A. (if known) Number and Street City, State Country Postal Code

8 EXPECTED

SEMESTER OF ENROLLMENT

Fall Spring 9 DEGREE

PROGRAM Bachelor's 10 ACADEMIC MAJOR

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANTS ALREADY IN THE U.S.

If you are currently in the U.S., please indicate your immigration status. Attach a copy of the passport pages with the passport number, expiration date of passport, and the U.S. visa stamp. Include copies of both sides of Form I-94 for yourself and accompanying family members.

13 IMMIGRATION STATUS

Yes No

I-94ADMISSION #

I-94EXPIRES

ON Month/Day/Year (Attach copies of ALL your previously issued Forms I-20)

14 IF YOU HOLD F-1 STATUS, UNIVERSITY THAT ISSUED MOST RECENT FORM I-20 SEVIS # N

15 CURRENT U.S.

SCHOOL Name Address: Number and Street City State Zip Code

11 ARE YOU CURRENTLY STUDYING AT A U.S. INSTITUTION OR COLLEGE?

Yes No 12

DO YOU CURRENTLY HOLD F-1 STATUS? Yes No

Declaration & Certification of Finances

Please indicate the source and amount of your financial support for the first four years of study for Bachelor’s degree candidates. Queens College requires documentation of guaranteed support for the first year and projected support for future years. Note that costs may rise 7-10% annually. Total amounts must meet or exceed the estimate of expenses (see “Sponsor Supporting Evidence” page).

U.S. immigration authorities require colleges to receive satisfactory financial certifications from prospective students before issuing a Form I-20. Therefore, you must attach original documents for each source of financial support you indicate. Please refer to the “Sponsor Supporting Evidence” page for a list of acceptable supporting documents. Be sure to have an additional set of original documents for your appointment at the U.S. Consulate/Embassy overseas.

ONLY ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS FOR EACH SOURCE OF FINANCIAL SOPPORT ARE ACCEPTABLE. FINANCIAL DOCUMENTS CAN NOT BE OLDER THAN 3 MONTH

SOURCES OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT (Amount in U.S. Dollars)

Guaranteed Support 1st Year

Projected Support 2nd Year

Projected Support 3rd Year

Projected Support 4th Year

A STUDENT (if Self-Sponsor)

$ $ $ $

Name (as in passport)

Name of bank (if self-sponsor) Location City Country

The student must provide the following document in English:

1) Bank account verification letter.2) Stock brokerage account statements, if any.

C GOVERNMENT, UNIVERSITY, OR OTHER SPONSOR

$ $ $ $

Source

$ $ $ $

Source (Attach current signed official copy of the terms of sponsorship, including amount of support in U.S. dollars and period covered.

GRAND TOTALS (Each total must equal the estimate of expenses for one year.) $ $ $ $

THE COLLEGE CANNOT ISSUE A FORM I-20 UNTIL YOU MEET ALL REQUIREMENTS FOR FINANCIAL DOCUMENTATION. By signing my name to this form, I certify that the information above is a correct statement of my arrangements for financing my studies

Queens College of The City University of New York.

B PARENTS, AND/OR OTHER INDIVIDUAL SPONSORS

$ $ $ $

Name Relationship to Student

$ $ $ $

Name Relationship to Student

Student’s Signature:

Please Print Name ID #:

Date (Month/ Day/ Year)

AFFIDAVIT OF SUPPORT

This form is for individuals using their own income and/or savings to support a student. It must be completed by the person who will provide the student with full or partial financial support and/or room and board during the student’s course of study at The City University of New York. Sponsors providing financial support must complete items 1-6; sponsors providing room and/or board must complete Items 1 and 7.

SPONSOR INFORMATION

1

I, , citizen of , (Name of sponsor) (Country/ies)

and residing at , (Street) (City/State) (Country) (Postal Code) (Telephone)

2

certify the following: I am employed with located at

(Name of employer)

, (Street) (City/State) (Country) (Postal Code) (Telephone)

I receive an annual income of $ _________________ (U.S.) from this employment. Attach a current salary confirmation statement written by that employer, or verification of annual income for self-employed or retired individuals. The employer statement or verification of annual income must be written in English or come with a certified translation.

3

I have $ (U.S.) on deposit with Name of Bank:

Address of Bank: (Number and Street) (City) (State) (Postal Code)

Attach bank statement of account history.

4a

4b

I currently support persons (including myself). Our total annual income is $ (U.S.).

Our total family expenses are $ (U.S.).

I sponsor (number) individuals for immigration in addition to this affidavit. STUDENT SUPPORT INFORMATION

5

This affidavit is executed on behalf of who was born on . She/he is my (Name of Student) (Month/ Day /Year)

(Relationship to Sponsor)

6

I hereby certify that I am willing, able, and do commit to provide with the annual amount of (Name of Student)

$ (U.S.) for her/his tuition, fees, and/or living expenses each year during the entire program of study at The City University of New York until (give a date when the sponsorship is expected to terminate).

ROOM AND BOARD SUPPORT INFORMATION (To be completed if student will live in the sponsor’s home in the U.S.).

7

I hereby certify that I will provide with (check one): (Name of Student)

Full room and board in my home as indicated above (valued at $16,164) during each year that s/he follows a program of study at CUNY. Note that this value cannot be included in any amount of support being provided in #6, above. Attach a copy of your lease or deed

or copy of a statement from your landlord.

SIGNATURE This Affidavit must be signed. SIGNATURE

By signing my name to this affidavit, I certify that the information above is a correct statement of my agreement to sponsor the student herein named.

Signature of Sponsor

Please Print Name Date (Month/ Day/ Year)

Date (Month/ Day/ Year)


SPONSOR SUPPORTING EVIDENCE

A SPONSOR MUST SHOW SUFFICIENT INCOME AND/OR FINANCIAL RESOURCES TO ASSURE THAT THE STUDENT BEING SPONSORED WILL NOT BECOME A PUBLIC CHARGE (RECEIVE FEDERAL OR STATE LOW INCOME BENEFITS OR SERVICES) WHILE IN THE UNITED STATES.

ONLY ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS OF ANY OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS LISTED BELOW ARE ACCEPTED. FAILURE TO PROVIDE EVIDENCE OF SUFFICIENT INCOME AND/OR FINANCIAL RESOURCES MAY RESULT IN THE DENIAL OF THE STUDENT’S APPLICATION FOR A VISA OR HIS OR HER REMOVAL FROM THE UNITED STATES. IT IS ADVISABLE THAT ALL FUNDING SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS BE NOTARIZED.

The sponsor must submit evidence of income and resources, as appropriate: Financial Documents cannot be older than 3 months

A

Written statement from an officer of the bank or other financial institution or brokerage where the sponsor has accounts, giving the following details regarding the account:

1. Date account opened2. Present balance.

AND

B

Statement of your employer on business stationery showing: 1. Date and nature of employment and Salary paid

OR 2. Copy of last income tax return field.

C Proof of legal immigration status if sponsor is not born in the US.

Estimate of Expenses for Undergraduate International Students Attending Queens College, the City University of New York

Tuition and fees per academic year Bachelor’s Program………………………………….....…. $15,487

Student Living Expenses Books and supplies……………………………………………………………………...…......$1,819.00

Transportation……………………………………………………………………......…….….$1,462.00 Personal Expenses………………………………………………………………… ….……...$4,826.00 Housing..………………………………………………………………………………….......$16,164.00 Meals (at home)…………………………………………………………………….….............$2,963.00 Total Student Living Expenses……………………………………………..…….…….......$27,234.00

First Year Expenses………………… Bachelor’s Program……………….……… $42,721.00

* Tuition and Fees for Undergraduate Students (Bachelor’s Program) are based on taking at least 12 credits per semester. This isthe minimum number of credits required to be a full-time student (necessary to maintain lawful immigration status). Total tuition & fees for undergraduate students registered for 12 credits = 12 credits x620 per credit = 7440*2 per semester+ $303.85*2 (fees per semester) , total of $15,487

SENDING YOUR DOCUMENTS BY EXPRESS MAIL

Queens College’s International Students and Scholars Office is pleased to make available DHL and FedEx Express mailing of application for the I-20, supporting materials, and financial documents to our College.

You must use the web site provided below - do not go through the DHL or FedEx web site directly.

Sending your documents for the I-20 through express mail is at YOUR expense and your credit card will be charged upon requesting the service. The DHL and FedEx Express mailing must be paid by credit card (Visa, MasterCard or Discover cards only).

To use express mail, go to the following secure website: https://study.eshipglobal.com (works best with Internet Explorer & Mozilla Firefox browsers)

To send a shipment, you will need to follow the steps below:

1. Visit the eShipGlobal website (viewed best with Internet Explorer & Mozilla Firefox browsers).

Complete the registration form. You will be required to create your own user name and password in order to create an account.

1. After registering, you will receive an email requesting that you activate your account. This is requiredfor you to begin using the account.

2. Follow the instruction in the email you receive to activate your account. Once the activation process iscomplete, you will receive another email confirming this fact.

3. Prepare the shipping label: for this step you must have already activated your account. Select 'Receive aPackage From Universities,' then “New York” from the map of the United States, next “QueensCollege” and finally “International Student & Scholars Office” This will ensure your shipping label isreceived by our office. Once you get to this step, you will need to have your mailing address (U.S. orforeign), phone number and email address. Note that a QUEENS COLLEGE ID is NOT required tosubmit your request. At the end of the screen, you should select “ship/quote.” You will receive a quoteand have the option to choose your carrier – FedEx or DHL. At this stage, you will also be able to selectyour method of payment (i.e. credit card or wire transfer).

4. The final email you receive from eShipGlobal will be confirmation of your order. This email willprovide you with detailed information about your shipment (i.e. payment amount, tracking number,mailing address, etc.). ISSO will receive a copy of this email at the same time as you, so there is no needto forward us the information.

If you experience any difficulty in registering and processing the shipment, please use the “Help” link in the site for step-by-step instructions. If you have additional questions about how to use this service, please e-mail [email protected]. For all other inquiries related to your immigration, please email [email protected].

SEVIS I-20 RELEASE FORM

For F-1 Students Transferring to Queens College from a U.S. Institution

QUEENS COLLEGE OF THE CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS OFFICE

1 STUDENT INFORMATION

Last Name First Name

2

SEVIS ID # SEVIS ID #

Student’s Signature Date (Month/Day/Year)

USCIS-DSO Section: To be completed by student’s current USCIS-DSO/International Student Advisor. Upon completion, please forward this page to: Queens College, City University of New York, International Students & Scholars Office, King Hall, Room 207, 65-30 Kissena Blvd., Flushing, NY 11367; phone: (718) 997-4440; fax: (718) 997-4429; e-mail: [email protected]

CHECK ITEM(S) LISTED BELOW. THE STUDENT:

is was taking a full course of study through the semester. is was not maintaining F-1 visa/immigration status. Explain in COMMENTS area below. completed the course of study on (date) . is was engaged in Curricular Practical Training from to . is was engaged in Optional Practical Training from to .

COMMENTS:

Attention DSO: Queens College is located in SEVIS under The City University of New York. There are 2 listings for Queens College. Select the first one. School Code: NYC214F00812015. [Do not select Queens College (ELI).]

SEVIS RELEASE DATE:

USCIS-DSO INFORMATION

USCIS-DSO Name USCIS-DSO Signature

INSTITUTION INFORMATION

Name of Institution Date (Month/Day/Year)

Address: Number and Street City State Zip Code

Telephone Fax E-Mail

International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO)

HOW TO REACH US:

WALK IN SERVICE HOURS: Monday - Thursday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Friday - Closed

MAIL: Queens College

International Student Services Office King Hall, Room 207 65-30 Kissena Blvd. Flushing, NY 11367

PHONE: (718) 997- 4440

FAX: (718) 997- 4429

E-MAIL: [email protected]

WEBSITE: www.qc.cuny.edu/isso

BRING ALL VISA/IMMIGRATION DOCUMENTS WITH YOU WHEN YOU COME TO THE OFFICE INCLUDING PASSPORT, I-20, I-94, DS 2019 FORMS.